Meet Our Doctors

Garo Nazarian, D.D.S.

Dr. Nazarian was born and raised in New York. He went on to earn his Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Boston College. Dr. Nazarian returned home to his New York roots to attend the prestigious Columbia School of Dental Medicine. Upon receiving his D.D.S. from Columbia University, Dr. Nazarian continued his training and education by joining the general practice residency program at Methodist Hospital, with an emphasis on cosmetic dentistry. Since completing the residency program, Dr. Nazarian has since been keeping a private practice within the New York area. Dr. Nazarian continues to receive advanced training in various aspects of dentistry which include: Porcelain veneers, laser dentistry, minimally invasive dentistry, Invisalign and Implant Dentistry. As a member of the American Dental Association, New York County Dental Society, Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the New York State Dental Association, Dr. Nazarian has had the opportunity to work with many of the top dental specialists and cosmetic dentists from around the world. He has been recognized by the American Dental Association and the New York State Dental Association a for continuing dental education achievement. These experiences have motivated him to provide the best quality dentistry with the most advanced technology, all while developing a friendly and relaxed environment. Dr. Nazarian's other professional involvements include volunteering his time and service for charity both abroad and locally on an annual basis.

Dr. Nazarian has many interests outside of dentistry. He enjoys a variety of sports such as skiing, baseball and golf as well as being an avid music and food aficionado. Dr. Nazarian resides in Long Island with his wife and three children and enjoys spending much of his leisure time with them.

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Doyoon Kim D.D.S.

Dr. Doyoon Kim is a graduate from University of Toronto with Honors Bachelor of Science, in Mathematics and Human Biology. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from NYU College of Dentistry and currently practices a full scope of general and cosmetic dentistry. He completed advanced trainings in Implantology at Columbia University. Dr. Doyoon Kim has been selected by the Consumer Research Council of America for inclusion in the 2015 Guide to America's Top Dentists. Selection is based on a points system which includes, experience, training, board certification, and professional associations. Dr. Doyoon Kim enjoys cooking, travel, and spending free time with his family and friends.

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Joseph Zelig D.D.S.

Joseph Zelig is our specialist in Periodontics & Endodontics. He is a graduate of New York University College of Dentistry where he ranked among the top 10% of the graduating class. As a result of his exceptional scholastic achievements, he was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the national dental honor society.

After completing dental school, Dr. Zelig continued his training at New York University for an additional 3 years post-graduate training in periodontics. He was then accepted into the 2-year program in Endodontics at NYU. Dr. Zelig holds two specialty certifications from New York University and has years of clinical experience.

As a Periodontist, Dr. Zelig is a specialist in all phases of advanced dental implant surgery, bone grafting, Laser Periodontal treatment, and Cosmetic Periodontal surgery. As an Endodontist, Dr. Zelig specializes in Root canal treatment and Root Canal Surgery (Apicoectomy).

Dr. Zelig also holds a permit in intravenous conscious sedation from the New York State Board of Dentistry and is fully trained and qualified to perform I.V. Sedation.

Dr. Zelig is also actively involved in teaching Periodontics & Implant Dentistry as an Adjunct Clinical Professor in the departments of Periodontics & Implant Dentistry as well as the Department of Endodontics at NYU College of Dentistry.

Dr. Zelig possesses a warm and friendly "chair-side" manner, and it is his innate warmth, patience and sincerity that makes the difference in his care.

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Michelle Lee, D.D.S.

Dr. Michelle Lee is a graduate of the 7 year combined-degree BS/DDS program at the University at Buffalo. She graduated college with summa cum laude honors and went on to obtain her Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. Upon graduation, Dr. Lee went on to complete her post-doctoral training as a general practice resident at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center where all aspects of general dentistry including restorative dentistry, oral surgery, pathology, dental oncology, pediatrics, medically complex patient care, and emergency medicine were emphasized.

She continues her dental education through participation with the American Dental Association, New York State Dental Association, New York County Dental Society, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the Pankey Institute. She currently serves on the Board of Directors as an alternate in New York County Dental Society. Since 2016, Dr. Lee has been a leader of the Give Kids A Smile Day Steering Committee and now serves as Administrative Chair. As a native New Yorker, Dr. Lee is thrilled to be back home in NYC to provide customized quality dental work in a gentle, comfortable, and compassionate manner.